What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Des Moines round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Richmond to Des Moines round-trip from $259. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $297, and American Airlines, from $332. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Des Moines for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Richmond to Des Moines?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Des Moines flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Richmond to Des Moines?

Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Richmond to Des Moines.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond to Des Moines?

Departing on a Tuesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 38% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Des Moines?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Des Moines from Richmond. Users have commonly found prices around $432 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $326. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Richmond-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Richmond-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Des Moines?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Des Moines.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Des Moines?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	$257 (Mytrip)
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$388

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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

Mon 4/76:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/97:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$257

Fri 5/28:57 amRIC - DSM

1 stop14h 24mAllegiant Air

Sun 5/48:30 amDSM - RIC

1 stop22h 37mAllegiant Air

Deal found 3/24

$259

Tue 5/131:00 pmRIC - DSM

1 stop7h 06mDelta

Tue 5/206:30 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 10mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$297

Sun 6/16:40 amRIC - DSM

1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines

Sat 6/77:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$332

Mon 7/288:15 pmRIC - DSM

2 stops17h 45mSouthwest

Tue 8/53:25 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$343

Sat 4/2610:45 amRIC - DSM

2 stops8h 21mUnited Airlines

Sat 5/316:00 amDSM - RIC

2 stops11h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/25

$357

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Mon 4/76:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/97:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$257

Fri 5/28:57 amRIC - DSM

1 stop14h 24mAllegiant Air

Sun 5/48:30 amDSM - RIC

1 stop22h 37mAllegiant Air

Deal found 3/24

$259

Tue 5/137:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop4h 41mDelta

Tue 5/205:30 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop5h 05mDelta

Deal found 3/23

$297

Sun 6/16:40 amRIC - DSM

1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines

Sat 6/77:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$332

Mon 7/288:15 pmRIC - DSM

2 stops17h 45mSouthwest

Tue 8/53:25 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$343

Sat 4/2610:45 amRIC - DSM

2 stops8h 21mUnited Airlines

Sat 5/316:00 amDSM - RIC

2 stops11h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/25

$357

Last-minute flights from Richmond to Des Moines
Discover last-minute flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines. Data last updated March 26, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sun 3/309:36 pmRIC - DSM

2 stops18h 23mMultiple Airlines

Fri 4/47:30 amDSM - RIC

1 stop24h 54mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/25

$521

Tue 4/16:15 pmRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 41mDelta

Mon 4/76:35 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 36mDelta

Deal found 3/24

$447

Tue 4/110:45 amRIC - DSM

2 stops12h 07mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/73:34 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$452

Tue 4/18:00 amRIC - DSM

2 stops14h 00mSouthwest

Mon 4/75:45 amDSM - RIC

2 stops15h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 3/24

$468

Mon 4/76:00 amRIC - DSM

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/97:00 amDSM - RIC

1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$257

Wed 4/96:25 pmRIC - DSM

1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines

Sun 4/137:25 amDSM - RIC

1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/25

$427

Fri 4/186:24 pmRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 14mDelta

Mon 4/214:45 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop5h 26mDelta

Deal found 3/25

$317

Thu 4/246:15 amRIC - DSM

1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines

Thu 4/243:34 pmDSM - RIC

1 stop4h 36mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$297

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Depart

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RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 4/7

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Des Moines

Wed 4/9

7:00 am-8:31 am

1 stop24h 31m

$257

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 5/2

8:57 am-10:21 pm

1 stop14h 24m

Des Moines

Sun 5/4

8:30 am-8:07 am

1 stop22h 37m

$259

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/13

1:00 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Des Moines

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 10m

$297

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 6/1

6:40 am-1:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

7:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$332

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/28

8:15 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Des Moines

Tue 8/5

3:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 40m

$343

RichmondDes Moines

RIC - DSM

RICDSM

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 4/26

10:45 am-6:06 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Des Moines

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-6:06 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$357

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines in March.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Richmond to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to DSM?

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond to Des Moines at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Des Moines ranges from 1.0 - 4.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Des Moines when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Des Moines, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,891 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,608 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Allegiant Air

7.3

Good

730 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,273 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Des Moines round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Richmond to Des Moines round-trip from $259. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $297, and American Airlines, from $332. You may be able to fly from Richmond to Des Moines for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Des Moines?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Des Moines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Des Moines?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines (average of $336). Flying from Richmond to Des Moines in June is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Richmond to Des Moines

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$281	Average$376	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$291	Average$497	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$294	Average$458	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Des Moines in March.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Des Moines?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

Rainfall in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in Des Moines by month

Plan your trip to Des Moines by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Richmond to Des Moines to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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